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Heritage 10 Dec 2018

Roll of Honour commemorates World War I service personnel

Ōrākei Local Board is remembering World War I service personnel with a republished list of those who served.

Heritage 10 Dec 2018

Iconic heritage boat on the move ahead of America’s Cup

An 83-year-old steam tugboat previously based in the Viaduct Harbour has a new home on Auckland’s waterfront so construction for the 36th America’s Cup race can begin.

Sports / Leisure 10 Dec 2018

Ōrākei Local Board receives gift for supporting club

Support for a local football club has been rewarded with a carving from Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei’s master carver.

7 Dec 2018

North Harbour BMX facility opens

Watch the official opening of North Harbour BMX club's new facility at Hooton Reserve.

Development 7 Dec 2018

New Ponsonby civic space reaches a significant milestone

Major plans are underway to develop 254 Ponsonby Road in Ponsonby into a civic space for the community.

Walkways 7 Dec 2018

Avondale to Waterview walkway now open

A new shared path that connects Avondale and Waterview has been officially opened.

Parks / Outdoors 7 Dec 2018

Olympic champion opens Flat Bush promenade

A fan received a long-overdue autograph from Sir John Walker as he opened a walkway named in his honour.

Libraries 7 Dec 2018

Must-have books on a desert island

If you found yourself stranded on a desert island, which book would you want to have with you?

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